Voices of a Distant Star
Voices of a Distant Star is one of Makoto Shinkai’s earliest works. It is neither a full movie or part of a series. It is a stand alone project that only lasts a total of 25 minutes. This film however, will keep you thinking about…
Shizuoka Prefecture
Everyone has seen majestic images of Mount Fuji looming over its surroundings. Sometimes on clear days, you can even see Mount Fuji from Tokyo. In order to get the best views of Mount Fuji however, you will want to travel to Shizuoka. Home of Mount…
Tokyo Station
First of all, Tokyo Station is called Tokyo Station City for good reason. The complex houses shops, restaurants, a hotel and all the adjoining transit options. Because of this, Tokyo Station is a destination spot in its own right. If you arrive by train to…
JR’s Yamanote Line
When visiting Japan, a lot of your traveling will be done via public transportation. Luckily Japan is known for their fast, efficient and organized use of mass transit systems. Trains will most likely be your primary form of transportation in Tokyo. When traveling through Tokyo,…
Guide to Shibuya
Shibuya, you know you’ve seen this crazy crosswalk in tv and movies. It’s an iconic location it Tokyo. The shops, fashion, food and entertainment make Shibuya is a must see destination during any trip to Tokyo. The following lines stop at Shibuya JR Lines Yamanote…
One Cut of the Dead
A movie about making a cheesy zombie movie, that becomes too real when the crew is attacked by real zombies. Unpleasant surprise for everyone involved. However, that is the premise of “One Cut of the Dead”. “One Cut of the Dead” is the first full…
The Amazing Teas of Japan
Japan has some amazing teas to offer travelers. After reviewing this post you will have a better understanding of the teas of Japan. Outside of water, tea is the most consumed beverage in the world. Japan has a wide variety of tea for us to…